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Jerry Dennis discusses his experiences with the Great Lakes during a particular winter.

An exploration of the biology and ecology of the Great Lakes region with illustrations, photographs, and maps that show the damage done by industrial pollution, invasive species, and water diversion projects, but also more recent renewal and conservation strategies that have helped to revive this continental resource.

Describes the discovery and exploration of the Great Lakes, the founding of New France by Samuel de Champlain, Native Americans, missions, forts, and trading posts, and much more.

Discusses the features of the United States' five Great Lakes--Superior, Michigan, Huron, Erie, and Ontario--with descriptions of their coasts, bridges, initial formation, wildlife, and more, and includes photographs, illustrations, and "fun facts.

Provides comprehensive information on the geography, history, wildlife, peoples, and environmental issues of the Great Lakes.

Details the characteristics of the Great Lakes and examines what life is like for people in this part of the world.

Christina, Grant, Mimi and Papa fly the Mystery Girl and take the mystery boat, Mimi, to all the Great Lakes on a wild and watery, adventurous mystery of shipwrecks, haunted lighthouses, and island intrigue!.

Siblings Grant and Christina spend their summer vacation exploring the Great Lakes with their grandparents, Mimi and Papa, but along the way, the family encounters mysteries involving shipwrecks, haunted lighthouses, and island intrigue.

Discusses the history, economy, and geography of the Great Lakes and surrounding areas.

Traces the history of the Great Lakes and their environs, examines man's responsibility for upsetting and correcting the ecological balance in the lakes, and discusses their present pollution crisis.

The initial weather forecast for the Great Lakes on November 6, 1913 was moderate to brisk winds.

Introduces young readers to the Great Lakes, and describes where the lakes are located, the ecosystem, the history of early settlements, legends, and also the effect that tourism has had on the natural environment.

An introduction to the Great Lakes describing their location and the history of their formation, plant and animal life, discovery and early settlement, environmental issues, and more.

Describes the formation of the lakes, the impact of European settlement, and their current state of pollution.